The All Progressive Congress (APC) won in all 34 local government areas of Katsina state, according to the results of the February 15 local government elections announced by the chairman of the state independent electoral commission (KASIEC), Alhaji Lawal Alhassan Faskari.
Katsina state governor, Dikko Umaru Radda, congratulated the 34 newly elected local government chairmen and hailed the peaceful and transparent electoral process, describing it as a milestone in the state’s democratic journey.
He said: ”The peaceful conduct of yesterday’s elections is nothing but a show of maturity of our democracy and the commitment of our people to peaceful political participation,”
”The absence of electoral violence and the impressive voter turnout was as a result of citizens’ dedication to democratic principles”
“The sweeping victory of the All Progressives Congress (APC) across the local governments reflects public confidence in our party’s governance. More importantly, the overwhelming mandate validates the noticeable investment we have built in the people of Katsina State”
While calling on the local government chairmen to align with the state’s “Building Your Future agenda”, he stressed that the development framework must be replicated at the grassroots level to ensure uniform progress in Katsina state
Radda particularly emphasized the need to sustain and strengthen the State Government Community Development Programme (CDP).
He further charged the incoming chairmen to prioritize inclusive governance policy of government adding that the dividends of democracy must reach every citizen, regardless of political affiliation
He said: ”I urge you to uphold the party’s reputation through transparent leadership, zero tolerance for corruption, and most importantly effective utilization of local government autonomy,”
The governor also expressed deep appreciation to the Katsina people for their staunch belief in the All Progressives Congress (APC) by repaying the positive impact made in various communities with their massive votes at the polls.